Sunday, March 25, 2007

BYOkids update 25/3/07

Byokids current travel features


Soft Adventure travel is growing in popularity amongst families. Companies such as Peregrine tours offer itineraries designed with kids in mind. Take the kids on an unforgettable educational and fun holiday. Peregrine offer family adventure tours in Borneo to see the Orang-u-tangs, Kenya, Egypt, China, Africa, India and Turkey. Order a free copy of the Peregrine family brochure now

Diamond Beach - Broadbeach's best family resort! Popular low rise resort set in expansive tropical gardens with all apartments surrounding a magnificent pool and garden area. Cascading waterfalls and peaceful atmosphere whilst being within easy walking distance to Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Jupiters Casino and the beach make BreakFree Diamond Beach Resort a favourite for family holidays. Resort Info

20 things to do in Sydney with kids - looking for some family fun things to do in Sydney whether you are on holidays or if Sydney is your home town you'll find lots of great kid friendly ideas in our latest article from smart-mums Check it out now...

Grand Pacific - Superbly located waterfront resort on Bulcock Beach Esplanade in Caloundra, only 1 hour north of Brisbane and only minutes from many of the Sunshine Coasts premier outdoor activities. This new resort has beautifully appointed apartments with private balconies and has great conference facilities. It is ideal for conference groups, couples or family holidays. Enjoy the great dining experience of Alfies Steak & Seafood or Doyles Seafood located on the Esplanade. Rates from $200.....>>>

Drifters Holiday Village Kingscliff - Set amidst 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, a short drive to Tweed Heads and Kingscliff on the Tweed Coast. Drifters Holiday Village has accommodation ranging from two bedroom villas, ensuite cabins and cabanas, to powered caravan sites, ensuite sites, and "bush style" tent sites. Everything the family needs including BBQ areas, swimming pools, playgrounds and more. [More Details]

Ski Thredbo - Thredbo ski fields, in NSW’s Kosciuszko National Park, are home to Australia’s longest ski run, the 5.9km from Karel’s T-Bar to Friday Flat, across wide open slopes and fascinating snowgum trails. With 672 metres of vertical and its highest elevation at 2,037 metres, 14 lifts and 480 hectares of terrain, Thredbo is the place to ski, snowboard or après-ski in NSW. For beginners, intermediate or advanced skiers and snowboarders, there is something for everyone in Thredbo. As the advertising slogan says – Thredbo, You’ll like it! Read more

Belford Cabins, Pokolbin, Hunter Valley - Belford Cabins is comprised of four 2-bedroom cabins and one 4-bedroom cabin set on 25 acres of bushland in the Hunter Valley’s wine country. Perfect for a weekend or extended getaway for couples, or the whole family, this retreat is close to many wineries and lets you enjoy the great Australian outdoors. Read full review by TakeaBreak

Fiji's Shangri-La resort is on special stay 6 nights and pay for three*. Located on its own island, 45 minutes from Nadi on the Coral Coast and it has an abundance of activities. "The Little Chief’s Club" famous for providing supervised fun for children aged 2 to 12 will keep the kids busy. There’s a child-minding centre set in a large shady playground where children can play indoors and out.*conditions apply Enquire with our consultants now

Ski season is hotting up in Australia. Get in early for ski deals where kids stay free. Amazing deals are on offer at Perisher Blue, Thredbo, Falls Creek, Jindabyne and Smiggin Holes. Specials from $450pp
3 Park Super Pass - Imagine getting UNLIMITED entry to the Gold Coast's Greatest Theme Parks for up to 14 days...you can with the 3 Park Super Pass now offering unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild Water World for up to 14 days! The 3 Park Super Pass is your ticket to the best and most exciting entertainment, rides, shows and attractions at the Gold Coast's Greatest Theme Parks and is now unbeatable value! The 14 day period commences from the first entry to the first park. Book Now

Win The Apple Slinky Machine is BACK and kids all over Australia are munching and crunching through tonnes of healthy, yummy apples! Have you got yours yet? That's fast, super easy and incredibly fun, even the kids can do it! We are giving away an Apple slinky machine to be in the running to win find out more...

BYOkids are pleased to offer our readers FREE travel brochures from the industries best family travel providers. They'll be delivered to your door and there are plenty to choose from. The selected family travel brochures include destinations such as .... The Hunter region, Cairns, South Molle Island, SE Asia, India, Egypt, Borneo, Latin America, Cuba, Antartica, Europe and more. Order your free brochures now
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Buy your Gold Coast theme park tickets in advance and avoid those horrible queues. There is nothing worse than standing in line for an hour with the kids in tow.... Grab your 3 park super pass or Dreamworld tickets online now. Check out Dreamworld's new WhiteWater World.... Get ready for the water-powered WOW factor of the most technologically advanced water ride park on earth! WhiteWater World is a brand new, $60 million development combining adrenaline pumping thrills with family style fun in the ultimate Aussie beach paradise. It's water like you've never experienced before! Buy tickets now